Easy, but incredibly delicious, these fall inspired no bake cookies take just 15 minutes to make. Despite only having 6 ingredients, these cookies are perfectly spiced in every bite.
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Butter Oatmeal Pumpkin Pumpkin Spice Sea Salt Caramel Chips
Easy, but incredibly delicious, these fall inspired no bake cookies take just 15 minutes to make. Despite only having 6 ingredients, these cookies are perfectly spiced in every bite.
Tuesday October 5, 2021
(4.76 stars from 59 ratings)
Butter Oatmeal Pumpkin Pumpkin Spice Sea Salt Caramel Chips
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These cookies are so quick and easy, I am going to keep this post quick and easy too. Six ingredients, 15 minutes, one pot, and some patience as they set in the fridge is all you need to make these delicious fall cookies! I promise these will become your new favorite no-bake cookie. Even my husband (who doesn't really like pumpkin -- yes really) agreed that these are amazing. I worked really hard to make sure these pumpkin spice no bake cookies were as easy as possible while still being absolutely delicious and I have to say, after many failed attempts, I nailed it.
One word: delicious. More specifically a delicious, perfectly spiced, pumpkin pie flavored oatmeal cookie. They have a soft, chewy texture without being gloopy or sticky. Imagine an oatmeal cookie crossed with a pumpkin pie with subtle notes of caramel, but better - way better.
There are only 6 ingredients:
butter - this is the base of the cookie and helps them set
brown sugar - I like to use brown sugar as it gives a deeper flavor and has more moisture to help keep the cookies chewy
pumpkin - canned pumpkin works great for this
sea salt caramel chips - the secret ingredient in these cookies that makes them a step above the rest; you can also use butterscotch, white chocolate or your favorite baking chips
oats -this is the main part of the cookie - quick oats work best
pumpkin pie spice - gives the delicious flavor of fall with one easy spice blend - cinnamon can be subbed, or your favorite fall spice blend will work great too
These are the easiest cookies you will ever make
step one: squeeze the pumpkin out to remove excess moisture (this is very important; if you do not remove excess moisture your cookies will not set properly)
step two: add the squeezed pumpkin to a large sauce pan along with butter, sugar, baking chips and pumpkin pie spice and stir and heat until just starting to simmer, stirring often to prevent burning. Mixture should be smooth and sugar should be dissolved
step three: remove from heat; stir in the oatmeal until well coated
step four: carefully drop by heaping tablespoon onto lined baking sheets and allow to chill in fridge for 20 minutes, or until the cookies are solid (mixture will be quite hot so be carefuly not to touch it!)
I use a triple layer of paper towel and gather my pumpkin inside and gently squeeze to get the majority of the liquid out. the pumpkin will be close to half its volume when finished and it should look slightly pasty. Be careful not to squeeze too much because the paper towel can rip. If this happens you can always cover with another layer of paper towel. This is a very important step and it is absolutely worth it to take the time to squeeze the pumpkin. Without proper moisture removal these cookies were very sticky and messy even after sitting in the fridge overnight.
You need some sort of baking chip to help these firm up; I find chocolate takes over the flavor slightly but in a pinch chocolate chips could be used. Other options that won't overpower the pumpkin spice flavor include butterscotch, white chocolate, or even cinnamon chips if they are available in your area.
These cookies are fresh for about 4-5 days when kept in an airtight container in the fridge. Extra cookies can be frozen for up to 3 months in a freezer safe container. Cookies are best enjoyed straight from the fridge or at room temperature, however they will be softer.
Easy, but incredibly delicious, these fall inspired no bake cookies take just 15 minutes to make. Despite only having 6 ingredients, these cookies are perfectly spiced in every bite.
(4.76 stars from 59 ratings)
Using paper towel, gently squeeze out extra moisture from the pumpkin; you will have roughly half to two thirds of the pumpkin left after squeezing
Add the pumpkin to a large sauce pot over medium heat along with sugar, butter, baking chips, and pumpkin pie spice
Heat until mixture starts to simmer, about 5-8 minutes, stirring frequently
Remove from heat, add the oats and stir until fully coated
Drop cookie mixture by heaping tablespoon onto a lined baking sheet, then refrigerate until set, about 20-30 minutes
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Deborah
Sunday September 25, 2022Recipes for pumpkin cookies
ReplyFlorence Roach
Saturday September 24, 2022Can’t wait to try these
Sylvia Kinley
Saturday September 24, 2022Very good I put half tsp of cloves also
Natalie
Sunday September 25, 2022I’m so glad you liked them! Cloves sounds like a a great addition
Varonica Hopkins-PHILLIPS
Saturday September 24, 2022Look pumpkin. This sounds great! I believe I will use butterscotch chip the first time.
Natalie
Saturday September 24, 2022Pumpkin and butterscotch is a great combo! Hope you enjoy them!
Terri Shelton
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Angela Buza
Friday September 23, 2022Delicious!
Natalie
Friday September 23, 2022I am so glad you liked them!!
Bill
Thursday September 22, 2022Looks yummy
Natalie
Thursday September 22, 2022Let us know if you try it!
Dana
Thursday September 22, 2022Can I use Cocao Nibs instead of something with sugar?
Natalie
Thursday September 22, 2022I have not tried cacao nibs, but I don’t think they will melt properly. If anything i would recommend a nut butter
LINDA VECCHIOLLO
Thursday September 22, 2022So easy to make so good! Adding to my fall cookie list.
Natalie
Thursday September 22, 2022Glad you enjoyed them!
Debi ruth
Thursday September 22, 2022Made them w/butterscotch chips next time I think peanut butter little to sweet
Natalie
Thursday September 22, 2022I’d love to hear how they turn out with peanut butter!
Liz
Wednesday September 21, 2022The flavor is delicious but similar to another reviewer I had an issue with consistency. I’ve made the chocolate no bake cookies without them getting to dry. Making these when I was about halfway through scooping they started not to stick together. I reheated a bit and that helped but ended up with granola at the end. I double checked ingredients and measurements. Next time I would do as you suggested and add oats to desired consistency.
Natalie
Wednesday September 21, 2022Thank you for letting me know!